Bozeman Magazine

Montana Ballet Company (MBC) is delighted to announce CONNECTIONS 2022, proudly presenting Stars of American Ballet, starring Principals and Soloists from New York City Ballet. CONNECTIONS 2022 will be held one night only on Friday, June 3rd at 7 pm at the Willson Auditorium. 

Stars will perform a brilliant, evening-long program including iconic works by New York City Ballet Co-Founder George Balanchine, considered the most notable contemporary choreographer in the world of ballet. Montana Ballet Company Dancers will open the program. Founded by New York City Ballet Principal Dancer Daniel Ulbricht, Stars of American Ballet currently tours around the world performing, offering master classes, pre-performance lectures, and community outreach programs.

The mission of Stars of American Ballet is “to one day see all parts of this country entertained, educated, lifted up and inspired by the art of ballet and great dancing, delivered to anyone, anywhere who wishes to share this experience.” MBC Artistic and Executive Director, Elizabeth DeFanti, notes that decades ago MBC Founding Director, Ann Bates, created a program called NY Connection where artists from New York City Ballet worked with MBC both teaching and performing during the summer months. DeFanti debuted CONNECTIONS in 2019 to honor the NY Connection legacy and provide an opportunity for Montana Ballet and its valued audiences to “connect” with the national dance community. 

CONNECTIONS 2022 promises to captivate audiences once again with world-renowned dancers and choreography. For tickets contact the Montana Ballet Company at 406.582.8702 or online at www.montanaballet.org. All seating is reserved. Ticket prices range from $25 - $75.